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South Shore Park

Water enthusiasts will find plenty to do at South Shore Park, a 176-acre campground managed by the Lower Colorado River Authority on Lake Bastrop. The park features 40 campsites, with some positioned directly on the shoreline and connected by short trails for easy water access. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are available on-site, along with fishing opportunities and hiking trails that wind through the property.

The campground layout provides good privacy between sites, with heavy brush creating natural barriers. Each site includes a concrete pad surrounded by crushed granite, plus an aluminum picnic table, lantern pole, BBQ grill, and fire pit. Several sites offer full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections, while the remainder provide water and electric only. Napunani noted that even during busy periods like Spring Break, "it was quiet" despite the campground being packed.

The park features family-style restroom facilities, where each unit contains a private toilet, sink, and shower behind a locked door. With eight units serving both the campsites and cabins, wait times can occur during peak periods. Additional amenities include a dump station, firewood sales, and recreational activities like putt-putt golf. For those seeking different accommodations, Bastrop State Park Campground offers a more rustic experience just south of the area.

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Map & DirectionsSouth Shore Park is located in Texas near Bastrop

Public Campground

Coordinates

30.13793821 N
97.28475082 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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General Info

Drive Time

39 min from Austin, TX
1 hr 10 min from College Station, TX
1 hr 23 min from Killeen, TX
1 hr 32 min from San Antonio, TX

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Campers regularly cited the well-designed sites with excellent privacy and clean facilities as major strengths. Several guests observed long restroom wait times during busy periods, though most found the overall experience positive.

AJCOOK

Guide

Reviewed May. 26, 2025

Hidden campsites

Nice park with campsites with lots of trees for privacy..good hiking trails

Site12

Month of VisitApril

Billy N.

Guide

Reviewed Jan. 21, 2023

Awsome Campground

We camped with a travel trailer. The sites were very nice and clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Great views.

Month of VisitJanuary

Beverly M.

Scout

Reviewed Mar. 23, 2021

Beautiful park

Nice, quiet and clean park! We were lucky enough to get a water front site perfect to launch canoe/kayak.

Napunani

Legend

Reviewed Jan. 1, 2021

Quiet & Private

Pros:

• Quick check-in

• 176-acre park with 40 campsites on the south shore of Lake Bastrop.

• Level site concrete pad surrounded by crushed granite.

• Aluminum picnic table, lantern pole, BBQ grill and fire pit with cooking grill.

• Cleaned BBQ grill and fire pit upon arrival.

• Very private as the site was surrounded by heavy brush.

• Even though Spring Break and the campground was packed, it was quiet.

• Firewood is available for purchase from Park.

Cons:

• LCRA $6 on-line reservation fee.

• Long waits for toilet/shower. All are family type facilities with the toilet, sink and shower as one unit behind a lock door, so one showering person ties up a toilet. There are 8“units” for 40 campsites PLUS cabins.

• Toilets/showers could of used more frequent cleaning as they are heavily used.

Month of VisitMarch

Chris K.

Guide

Reviewed Nov. 10, 2020

One of our favorites in central Texas!

We live in Austin and this is truly our go to campground recently. Its so well kept, the campground layout is very clever. There's no bad sites! Nice privacy between sites. Some sites are on the lake with a little trail to access the water. There's so much do like hiking, biking, fishing, putt putt golf, kayak, paddle board rentals, etc. The water is very nice and clean. The bathrooms were spotless and are family style meaning you get your own private restroom/shower! There are a few sites with full hookups, the rest were just water/electric. Highly recommend this park!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does camping at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park cost?

Camping fees at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park are not specifically detailed in the available information. For current and accurate pricing information, it's recommended to contact the park directly or check their official website. Fees typically vary based on the type of site (waterfront vs. standard), day of week, and season. The park offers both standard and waterfront sites that can accommodate travel trailers and other camping setups.

What amenities and facilities are available at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park?

Lake Bastrop South Shore Park features 40 well-maintained campsites across a 176-acre property. The park offers numerous amenities including concrete pad sites surrounded by crushed granite, aluminum picnic tables, lantern poles, BBQ grills, and fire pits with cooking grills. Recreation options are plentiful with hiking trails, biking opportunities, fishing access, and even mini-golf (putt-putt). Some campsites are located directly on the lakeshore with private trails to access the water, making it perfect for launching canoes or kayaks. The park is known for its cleanliness, privacy between sites, and helpful staff.

What's the difference between Lake Bastrop North Shore and South Shore Parks?

Lake Bastrop South Shore Park spans 176 acres and contains 40 campsites with excellent privacy between sites. The South Shore location is known for its clever campground layout where "there's no bad sites" and offers waterfront camping options with direct lake access. The park features well-maintained facilities, hiking trails, and fishing opportunities. While specific comparisons to North Shore aren't detailed in the information available, South Shore is particularly noted for its privacy, shade trees, and water access points for launching canoes and kayaks. For a direct comparison of amenities and features, contacting the parks directly would be advisable.

Are there glamping options available at Lake Bastrop?

Based on the available information, there's no specific mention of dedicated glamping options at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park. The park primarily offers traditional campsites with concrete pads suitable for travel trailers and other camping setups. The sites include amenities like picnic tables, fire pits, and BBQ grills, but purpose-built glamping accommodations aren't referenced. For those interested in a more comfortable camping experience, bringing your own upgraded gear or a well-equipped RV would be the best option. Contact the park directly to inquire about any recent additions to their accommodation offerings.

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